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Free Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Barnsley – Wellington House

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Barnsley. Classes run at Wellington House, with daytime sessions spread across 36 weeks at a manageable part-time pace. This level 2 functional skills maths course covers the maths skills that employers ask for, from working with numbers and percentages to interpreting data and solving problems. It's the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, so when employers ask for GCSE maths or equivalent, this qualification counts. You'll have an information, advice, and guidance session before you start to make sure this is the right level for you.

Who this course is for

Anyone. Please contact us for more information.

Entry requirements

An information, adivce and guidance session will be required. Please contact us for more information.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
  • You'll interpret and construct charts, tables, and graphs.
  • You'll use ratio and proportion to solve everyday problems.
  • You'll apply maths to real financial situations, including budgets and bills.
  • You'll measure and calculate using standard units of length, weight, capacity, and time.
  • You'll identify patterns and use formulae to solve problems.
  • You'll check and evaluate your own calculations for accuracy.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Wellington House, working through topics with tutor support. Assessment for the City and Guilds Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 2 is by a written exam. This includes both a non-calculator and a calculator paper, testing your ability to apply maths skills to realistic tasks and problems.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wellington House will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: many employers require Level 2 maths or equivalent
  • Teaching assistant: schools ask for GCSE maths or a recognised equivalent
  • Retail supervisor: stock control and cash handling need solid numeracy
  • Warehouse operative: picking, packing, and inventory roles use practical maths
  • Business admin assistant: invoicing and data entry require number confidence
  • Apprentice in any trade: most apprenticeships require Level 2 maths to complete

What you could study next

Once you have your Level 2 Functional Skills Maths qualification, you could move into further study that builds on it. A Level 3 qualification in a subject like business, health and social care, or a trade apprenticeship often lists Level 2 maths as an entry requirement. You could also study Functional Skills English Level 2 alongside or after this course, which many employers and colleges ask for together.

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